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There were several things that almost prevented Wyoing from gaining statehood.
One was the fact that, even though enabling act bills had been introduced in Congress to enable Wyoming to pursue statehood, none had ever passed. Even so, Governor Francis E. Warren decided to continue as if an enabling act had passed.
Then there was the requirement of a minimum population of 60,000 to gain statehood. Due to Wyoming's population being sparse, it was difficult to give an accurate count of the populace. The election to approve Wyoming's Constitution only garnered a total of 8,175 votes, causing Congress to question Wyoming having enough population.
The third thing that almost prevented Wyoming from gaining statehood was the fact that the Wyoming Consititution gave women the right to vote. The Wyoming Territorial Legislature was the first governement in the world to enact a bill giving women the right to vote. That right to vote was included in Wyoming's State Constitution and caused Congress to threaten withholding statehood from Wyoming.
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What number was Wyoming when gaining statehood?
Wyoming was admitted as a state on July 10, 1890 as the 44th state.
Why did Wyoming gain statehood?
There were several reasons that the residents of the Wyoming Territory wanted statehood.Statehood offered businessmen and politicians more local control over land and water issues.Some felt that gaining statehood would help Wyoming's population grow.Women wanted the right to vote and hold political office and the Wyoming Territory already had a women's suffrage law. Being able to count the female population of Wyoming allowed Wyoming to meet the population requirement for gaining statehood.It was also hoped that by including women's suffrage in the Wyoming Constitution, women would be attracted to Wyoming, where men outnumbered women 6 to 1.
What number state was Ohio?
Ohio was the 17th state to join the United States, gaining statehood on March 1, 1803. It was part of the Northwest Territory before achieving statehood. Ohio played a significant role in the westward expansion of the U.S. and has since become known for its diverse economy and cultural contributions.
What prevented the Islamic empire from gaining a hold in western Europe except for Spain?
The battle at Tours, France led by Charlemagne (I think it was Charlemagne) prevented Islamic expansion.
What statement best describes the Battle of Verdun and the Battle of the Somme?
Millions of casualties occurred without any side gaining territory
What did not occur as a result of Arab advancements and gaining of new territory?
pawel was born
France's main colonial interests in America eventually became centered on what commodity?
It was mainly for fur trade and resources of the area there was no real intention of settling and gaining territory until the dutch English and Spaniards began gaining territory
How many years passed between treaty of greanville and ohio's gaining statehood?
i think it's 17 years... i think it's 17 years...
After gaining independence what was the major factor that prevented many African countries from having strong economy?
After gaining independence, the major factor that prevented many African countries from having strong economies is underdevelopment. Most African countries have not been able to stand alone and they still depend on donors from the West.
Was the Battle of Gettysburg a turning point in the war?
yes, because it prevented R.E. Lee from gaining control of enemy land
Why did the Roman create a system of checks and balance?
Checks and balances prevented one group from gaining more power over the other.
What did France gain helping the American win the revolutionary war?
American help in gaining territory in the Caribbean
